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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

CBU’s chemistry program will prepare you for a variety of careers. Many chemists work in industries that produce pharmaceuticals, household cleaners, personal care products, plastics and thousands of other materials relied upon for everyday life. Chemists also conduct research for academic, government and industrial organizations to try to better understand and potentially solve significant problems, such as alternative fuels and climate change. As a chemist, you can also work in fields at the forefront of science, including biotechnology and nanotechnology - helping to develop the technologies of tomorrow!

There is always a need for chemistry teachers at all levels (junior high through college). A chemistry major is also excellent preparation for medical school, pharmacy school and other professional schools. You can build upon your knowledge of chemistry in a medical profession to solve the physical needs of individuals. Individuals with expertise in chemistry are in demand around the world. As a chemist, you will have skills that allow you to not only work but serve God at the same time.

CHE470 Instrumental Analysis

CHE470 Instrumental Analysis

This course is a study of instrumental methods of analysis including spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrochemical techniques with emphasis on the theory, design and applications of various instruments. Lecture (2 units) and required laboratory (2 units). Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: CHE 321. (4 units; Spring even years)

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CHE480 Chemistry Research Seminar

CHE480 Chemistry Research Seminar

An introduction to performing chemistry research including discussions of the scientific method, literature research,
reading scientific journal articles, analyzing scientific data, reporting research findings in both written and visual formats,
critiquing original research, and science ethics. A research proposal will be written by each participant. Prerequisite:
Chemistry or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major and junior or senior status. (1 unit; Fall)

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Spring 2015

CHE480-A

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Fossett, Lawrence A

03/02/2015

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Fall 2015

CHE480-A

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Fossett, Lawrence A

09/08/2015

Monday

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

TBAArray

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Concentration Courses (15-18 units)

Students must complete all requirements in one of the following concentrations:

Advanced Studies in Chemistry (15 units)

Upper Division Requirement

CHE490 Senior Research in Chemistry

CHE490 Senior Research in Chemistry

The focus of this class is an independent laboratory research project that the student undertakes under the direction of a faculty member who acts as a research advisor. Content varies from year to year and is determined by both instructor's and students' interests. May be repeated for up to 4 total units. Prerequisite: CHE 125 and permission of Department Chair. (1-4 units)

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Spring 2015

CHE490-B

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Fossett, Lawrence A

01/07/2015

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CHE490-A

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Ferko, Thomas E.

01/07/2015

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CHE490-C

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Hu, Ying

01/07/2015

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CHE490-E

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Suzuki, Satoru

01/07/2015

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CHE490-D

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Schacht, Patrick C.

01/07/2015

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Summer 2015

CHE490-A

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Ferko, Thomas E.

06/29/2015

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Summer 2015

CHE490-B

B

Fossett, Lawrence A

06/29/2015

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Summer 2015

CHE490-C

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Hu, Ying

06/29/2015

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CHE490-D

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Schacht, Patrick C.

06/29/2015

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CHE490-E

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Suzuki, Satoru

06/29/2015

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Fall 2015

CHE490-A

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Hu, Ying

09/08/2015

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Fall 2015

CHE490-B

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Schacht, Patrick C.

09/08/2015

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Fall 2015

CHE490-C

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Ferko, Thomas E.

09/08/2015

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CHE490-D

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Fossett, Lawrence A

09/08/2015

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CHE490-E

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Suzuki, Satoru

09/08/2015

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Upper Division Elective Requirements

Complete twelve (12) units from the following

CHE341 Advncd Inorganic Chemistry w/Lab

CHE341 Advncd Inorganic Chemistry w/Lab

A study of electronic structure of atoms, bonding and structure of molecules, coordination chemistry, an overview of the chemistry of the elements, the periodic table and periodic trends, transition metal chemistry, including ligand field theory, organometallic chemistry, including catalytic reactions and solid state chemistry. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory. Additional Lab Fee. Prerequisites: CHE 125 and MAT 245. Pre or Co-requisite: CHE 230. (4 units; Spring even years)

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CHE370 Environmental Chemistry with Lab

CHE370 Environmental Chemistry with Lab

Environmental Chemistry is intended to provide the student with an understanding of the key environmental problems our world faces, by exploring the chemistry of our air, water, and soil and integrating this to describe human and ecological exposures to chemicals in the environment. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit): Additional lab fee: Prerequisite: CHE 115, CHE 125 and either BIO146 or BIO148. (4 units; Spring odd years)

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Instructor

Dates

Days

Time

Location

Spring 2015

CHE370-A

A

Koo, Bonjun

01/07/2015

Wednesday

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Yeager CenterB252

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CHE400 Special Topics in Chemistry

CHE400 Special Topics in Chemistry

Various appropriate topics of different concentrations are offered each time. May be repeated once with different subject matter. Student involvement in selection of topics is strongly encouraged. (1-3 units)

BIO302 Ecology with Lab

BIO302 Ecology with Lab

The study of the interrelations of plants and animals in relation to the environment. Field study and local ecology are emphasized. Additional lab fee. Prerequisite: BIO 114, 143, or 146. (4 units; Spring even years)

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CHE370 Environmental Chemistry with Lab

CHE370 Environmental Chemistry with Lab

Environmental Chemistry is intended to provide the student with an understanding of the key environmental problems our world faces, by exploring the chemistry of our air, water, and soil and integrating this to describe human and ecological exposures to chemicals in the environment. Lecture (3 units) and required laboratory (1 unit): Additional lab fee: Prerequisite: CHE 115, CHE 125 and either BIO146 or BIO148. (4 units; Spring odd years)

Course

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Instructor

Dates

Days

Time

Location

Spring 2015

CHE370-A

A

Koo, Bonjun

01/07/2015

Wednesday

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Yeager CenterB252

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SCI412 Topics Marine Science

SCI412 Topics Marine Science

This class deals with research projects and topics of current or historical interest which are not normally covered in other established courses. Content variable from year to year. Prerequisite: BIO 148. (1-4 units)

CHE341 Advncd Inorganic Chemistry w/Lab

CHE341 Advncd Inorganic Chemistry w/Lab

A study of electronic structure of atoms, bonding and structure of molecules, coordination chemistry, an overview of the chemistry of the elements, the periodic table and periodic trends, transition metal chemistry, including ligand field theory, organometallic chemistry, including catalytic reactions and solid state chemistry. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory. Additional Lab Fee. Prerequisites: CHE 125 and MAT 245. Pre or Co-requisite: CHE 230. (4 units; Spring even years)

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PSC151 Introduction to the Geosciences

PSC151 Introduction to the Geosciences

A general study of the geosciences including the areas of astronomy, meteorology and climate, geology, and oceanography. (3 units; Fall/Spring)

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Instructor

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Time

Location

Spring 2015

PSC151-A

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Koo, Bonjun

01/07/2015

Tuesday, Thursday

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

Sch Business Building123

Fall 2015

PSC151-A

A

Lanphere, Jacob D.

09/08/2015

Tuesday, Thursday

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

Sch Business Building123

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PHY113 Astronomy

PHY113 Astronomy

A study of the earth, time, moon, sky, celestial mechanics, solar system, and the sidereal universe. (3 units; Fall)